Since theres no air intake/outtake/opening on the bottom of a Macbook Retina 13-inch, will it still be effective?
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Yes, it will help. The MacBooks have an aluminum body, which is basically a heat sink, so getting airflow underneath it will keep it cooler than it would be just sitting on a solid surface (or worse, a pillow/couch/bed).
2190320
Yep! I have exactly that--the new 13" Macbook Pro with Retina Display. It fits perfectly and does not affect the speakers/sound.
1146315
probably not! The body of the MacBook Air fits rather snugly into 2 grooves without leaving much room at all to spare.
1614154
Yes, it would, as the base does not have vent holes and the computer sits flat on the stand. My computer, also a Dell, does not have vent holes on the bottom, only on the sides and the main fan vent on the back. My vents on the side line up with the holes in the stand no problem, and of course the rear fan is not obstructed at all. I have absolutely no concerns about ventilation on my computer case.
300051
I bought it for mac book pro 13.3 inch and it fits very neatly. It is not a tight fit' I am satisfied with the fit. Not sure about the air. Sorry
41626
No, it will not firmly hold the MacBook Air hinge up. Personally, I have not noticed any overheating as the MacBook Air inherently runs cool. Also the fan shuts off as soon as the computer is shut. My computer runs as well as it has since day one.
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it is true if you dont clean the case regularly. if u dont clean the case then the dirt could scratch the mbp
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Not a fan at all. I don't remember it stating it was a fan. May have said to the effect it "cools" the laptop. Which it does via ventilation holes. My wife has had it now for a few years and uses it for her 13" Macbook Air, she seems completely satisfied with it.
655705
Your best bet would use it as a intake if you are putting it on the side panel as using them as a outtake just destroys the airflow of the case unless you are specifically designing around that.
537751
Hi Joe,I purchased this fan about a year ago to cool my iMac desktop and I'm still using it to this day. It seems to help quite a bit if you tape it about 4 inches in from the right (halfway covering the ventilation slot at the top) if you're looking at the back side of the screen. One thing you'll need is a usb extension because the cord won't reach your usb ports. These run cheap on amazon.
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I don't think so. My Mac Air which is 9 x 13 barely fit. I also would not trust it in a super wet environment. The seal is good but not perfect.
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Although I use the iLap 13-inch Laptop Stand for my 2007 Macbook that is still running perfectly, I see no reason why it would not work for the MacBook Air 13". The size is perfectly matched to my own 13" and the angle that it puts my laptop is also perfect. The reason I purchased it initially was because my Macbook had overheated last year and I had to put in a new hard drive and a new battery... the laptop stand has made all the difference in the world, keeps my computer nice and cool and in tip top shape! I don't use it with the black lap pillow as often, but either way, it's a great purchase. Although I use the iLap 13-inch Laptop Stand for my 2007 Macbook that is still running perfectly, I see no reason why it would not work for the MacBook Air 13". The size is perfectly matched to my own 13" and the angle that it puts my laptop is also perfect. The reason I purchased it initially was because my Macbook had overheated last year and I had to put in a new hard drive and a new battery... the laptop stand has made all the difference in the world, keeps my computer nice and cool and in tip top shape! I don't use it with the black lap pillow as often, but either way, it's a... » Read More Although I use the iLap 13-inch Laptop Stand for my 2007 Macbook that is still running perfectly, I see no reason why it would not work for the MacBook Air 13". The size is perfectly matched to my own 13" and the angle that it puts my laptop is also perfect. The reason I purchased it initially was because my Macbook had overheated last year and I had to put in a new hard drive and a new battery... the laptop stand has made all the difference in the world, keeps my computer nice and cool and in tip top shape! I don't use it with the black lap pillow as often, but either way, it's a great purchase. « Show Less
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Hi Rochelle. I have a 13" ASUS and it is very snug. I would probably opt for another case. This is really best suited for the Mac. I had to add a Velcro patch because the case flap does not close properly with my laptop in it.
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No. Your laptop WILL overheat. This is the reason I stopped using mine. My Macbook Pro got excessively hot just below the screen because the exhaust/vents are covered by this case. There are no holes or vents in this case. Excessive heat like that will shorten the life of your laptop.
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I bought a 13" MacBook Pro retina a month ago and bought this case a few weeks ago. The top part of the case that snaps onto the lid is perfect and doesn't block the screen bezel any. My minor complaint: the bottom part of the case doesn't perfectly snap onto the main portion of the laptop. The tabs that should snap onto the sides (visible on each side by the keyboard) could be a little more snug.However, the case hasn't slipped off or shifted in the few weeks I've had it and my laptop moves around in a backpack a lot.One other note: you'll probably have to use super glue to properly adhere the rubber feet on the bottom, otherwise they'll probably come off. I bought a 13" MacBook Pro retina a month ago and bought this case a few weeks ago. The top part of the case that snaps onto the lid is perfect and doesn't block the screen bezel any. My minor complaint: the bottom part of the case doesn't perfectly snap onto the main portion of the laptop. The tabs that should snap onto the sides (visible on each side by the keyboard) could be a little more snug.However, the case hasn't slipped off or shifted in the few weeks I've had it and my laptop moves around in a backpack a lot.One other note: you'll probably have to use... » Read More I bought a 13" MacBook Pro retina a month ago and bought this case a few weeks ago. The top part of the case that snaps onto the lid is perfect and doesn't block the screen bezel any. My minor complaint: the bottom part of the case doesn't perfectly snap onto the main portion of the laptop. The tabs that should snap onto the sides (visible on each side by the keyboard) could be a little more snug.However, the case hasn't slipped off or shifted in the few weeks I've had it and my laptop moves around in a backpack a lot.One other note: you'll probably have to use super glue to properly adhere the rubber feet on the bottom, otherwise they'll probably come off. « Show Less
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If you go to the website it does state that it helps keep the heat down, thus the fan shouldn't run as much. I have noticed this to be true for my MacBook, but I think the age of your laptop would factor into it.
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Yes, it sticks out on the bottom. This allows air circulation underneath for better cooling. It also raises the rear of the keyboard, like the tabs under a desktop keyboard.No, it does not interfere with operation in any way.